H 3557
An Act relative to reporting on double poles
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Bill overview
This bill requires the Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy committee to study the issue of double utility poles. The study will examine the safety concerns and potential solutions related to these poles, which are often found in Massachusetts. The goal is to gather information and make recommendations for addressing the challenges posed by double poles.
Key provisions
- Requires a study by the Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy committee.
- The study will focus on the safety concerns associated with double utility poles.
- The study will explore potential solutions related to double poles.
- The study will be conducted by the committee and may include recommendations.
Who is affected
- Telecommunications companies
- Utility companies
- Residents of Massachusetts
- The Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy committee
Notable changes
- This bill initiates a formal study of a previously discussed issue.
- It builds upon previous legislative efforts related to utility poles.
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsors
Jeffrey N. Roy
Mark D. Sylvia
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Bill H.3557 194th (Current)
An Act relative to reporting on double poles
By Representative Roy of Franklin, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3557) of Jeffrey N. Roy relative to reporting on double poles. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenter: Jeffrey N. Roy
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3557
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/2/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 3, 2025 |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
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